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Yes, if the bolt spring is relaxed below the face of the bolt, it is definitely time to replace.

The bolt spring is a consumable item. It should be replaced regularly as part of your general maintenance. You can generally tell when the bolt starts to get weak. You will start to get more incidents of short stroking on a level 7.

Except for the Automag in front, its usually the man behind the equipment that counts.